1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1994 GMC Typhoon.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Typhoon | X6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2933 mm |
